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89 hotels

Perai

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90 hotels

Jelutong

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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

V
Vera
From
Switzerland
Very friendly stuff, nice and clean room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,752 reviews
Price from
US$79.82
1 night, 2 adults

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

H
Heather
From
New Zealand
Staying in such a special heritage area and traditional town house was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,188 reviews
Price from
US$162.92
1 night, 2 adults

Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

m
mati sol
From
Italy
The hotel is a beauty on the island of Penang. The location is perfect, a few steps away from the cozy city center of George Town. The restaurant offered amazing breakfast and also dinner options. The room received faced beach view, how amazing that was. The pool on the 6th floor is very beautiful and peacefull !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,384 reviews
Price from
US$187.97
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Hotel in Bukit Mertajam

Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

D
Dharii_2205
From
Malaysia
Spectacular room. Perfect for solo travelers. The bed was spacious. The staff were extremely friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$70.33
1 night, 2 adults

The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in George Town

Set in George Town, 2.6 km from Northam Beach, The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

S
Surinah binte
From
Singapore
Very helpful staff. It was hubby’s birthday and hotel has arranged a cake to our room. All staff in lobby wished him ‘happy birthday’. All staff are very friendly and never hesitate to suggest places of interest, when asked. We are very happy with all staff, especially Mr Iqmal who attended to us, during our check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews
Price from
US$118.19
1 night, 2 adults

88 Armenian

Hotel in George Town

Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

D
Daniel
From
Germany
The 88 Armenian has the ideal location within Georgetown's UNESCO World Heritage Zone - only few steps from all major tourist destinations within the historic centre, at the same time situated in a calmer section of famous Armenian Street. We were - once more - overwhelmed by the exclusiveness of the luxurious boutique hotel, a pearl of modern interior architecture within a colonial-time edifice. This was due to many reasons: A total of only 6 rooms overall, the individualized and always attentive service Lawrence provided, the extremely high quality of furniture, bathroom equipment and decoration, the lovely bathroom amenities, the extensive complimentary minibar and snack selection, daily tea time and breakfast delicacies etc. Also, the room was cleaned thoroughly on a daily base, night-time greetings handed out every evening and daily, very friendly and personal chats with Lawrence made us feel like home. At times, the street noises became a bit of an obstacle to sleeping due to the lack of noise protection, but the muezzin's prayer calls in the morning somehow even added to the already magical atmosphere. Thank you, Lawrence and the entire team of 88 Armenian including Suet Chin, who managed the pre-communication in such lovely ways, for having us experience true luxury!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$336.09
1 night, 2 adults

The Edison George Town

Hotel in George Town

The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service.

K
Kenny
From
Malaysia
Love the architecture and the charm of the building and the above and beyond service of the staff especially Albert.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Price from
US$219.04
1 night, 2 adults

East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

M
Mareike
From
Belgium
very clean rooms helpful and friendly staff great location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
Price from
US$102.51
1 night, 2 adults

Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

L
Lukas
From
Lithuania
The bathroom solution in a wide balcony - superb. Room was very spatious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
US$184.23
1 night, 2 adults

Campbell House

Hotel in George Town

Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

A
A.
From
Pakistan
Best leg of our trip. The hotel is simply gorgeous. It has the loveliest historic architecture and feel despite which they have ensure modern facilities like good air conditioning, hot water, etc. My favourite part of the hotel is the library / study on the mezzanine floor. Breakfast and food in the hotel was delicious. The staff is really friendly and welcoming, took time to explain all the sightings and road maps to us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews
Price from
US$115.91
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Set in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 1.6 km, Citadines Connect Bertam Georgetown Penang offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi...

From US$110.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$243.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

From US$256.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,921 reviews

Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$92.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviews

Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$166.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,877 reviews

Set in Bayan Lepas, 5.2 km from Queensbay Mall, Amari SPICE Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$98.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,220 reviews

Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

From US$90.48 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

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From US$85.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews

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From US$63.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,332 reviews

Located in George Town and with Tanjung Tokong Beach reachable within 700 metres, Jazz Hotel Penang provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property...

From US$106.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,914 reviews

Located in Georgetown, Le Dream Boutique Hotel offers modern accommodation with free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a minibar.

From US$114.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,954 reviews

Offers modern and stylish accommodation, Neo+ Penang is located within the hustle and bustle of George Town.

From US$64.19 per night

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Set in Batu Ferringhi, within 1 km of Batu Ferringhi Beach and 7 km of ESCAPE Penang, Hotel O Batu Ferringhi Beach formerly ESQ Ferringhi offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

From US$26.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

From US$204.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 624 reviews

Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Set 200 metres from Tanjung Bungah Beach, Rainbow Paradise by RF Home Management offers 4-star accommodation in Tanjung Bungah and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

Magazine Vista Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited is located in George Town, within 1.5 km of Wonderfood Museum and 7.6 km of Straits Quay.

From US$306.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews

Located in Bayan Lepas, Olive Tree Hotel Penang offers accommodation in Penang. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant.

From US$118.69 per night

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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From US$51.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 5,362 reviews
Very nice rooms. Lots of English speaking channels on the TV. Revisited a lot of old movies I’d forgotten about. Booked a superior double because I had a lot of work to do and the desk was perfect for my Mac, iPad and iPhone with power outlets. Couple of downsides. I was in room 1423 which is pretty much opposite the rooftop bar and techno versions of mediocre pop tunes was not appreciated at 1:00am! (Bar shuts at 2:00am) Room service comes about 10:00am which is a bit too early for my liking but the staff were very accommodating and understanding. 10 minute walk to Love Lane so very close to all bars/cafes/restaurants. Second time staying here and would definitely stay again. Didn’t get a chance to use the pool or gym this time but I will do on my next visit.
Guest review by
Phil
United Kingdom
From US$75.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,360 reviews
Hotel is fabiulous and super relaxing ine with the unique mixture of nature, designs , colors and great services and hospitality espcially from the owner of the resort Mr. Xu who is q very welcoming person. I strongly recommend and will do visit it again and again and will advise others to visit to experience the exceptional unique mixture of Nature and colors and attractive designs
Guest review by
Zaher Waked
United Arab Emirates
From US$131.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Everthing is perfect, definitely worth to stay here at least a week! Enjoy a whole log cabinet, which is amazing. You will never want to miss this fascinating place!! But notice you don't book from this plateform, caz they charge you the tourism tax but they didn't give to the hotel. So there is a double charge, maybe you should bool through Agoda or whatnot.
Guest review by
Qin
China
From US$37.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,539 reviews
Sgt recommended hotel ni. Their fasilities their staff all i give 10000000/10. Parking tu mmg terhad but no worries. You can double park n give ur car key to their guard. Nnti dorg yg alih ur car. To the guard, thanks a lot. I appreciate them. Despite their age but they work sgt laa baik. Will repeat to stay here!! ❤️
Guest review by
Nicholas
Malaysia
From US$293.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,383 reviews
The hotel is a beauty on the island of Penang. The location is perfect, a few steps away from the cozy city center of George Town. The restaurant offered amazing breakfast and also dinner options. The room received faced beach view, how amazing that was. The pool on the 6th floor is very beautiful and peacefull !
Guest review by
mati sol
Italy
From US$107.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,131 reviews
Everything. Room is nice and comfortable and offered all needed amenities. Staff was very kind and helpful. Nice pool with salt water. Breakfast had a big choice and good quality. Location is fantastic.
Guest review by
Bayrem
Tunisia
From US$170.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
From the time we entered the hotel, to the time we left. The food was amazing, the doorman so respectful. The cleaning of the room was outstanding. The whole experience was truly exceptional.
Guest review by
Noel
Australia
From US$103.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews
Good breakfast spread. Beach is accessible and convenient. Staff service was very good. Hotel was very clean. Near to night market and local food
Guest review by
Edwina
Russia
From US$208.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,331 reviews
Staff were professional, friendly and accommodating. Hotel was in a great location and very modern. Hotel breakfast was good value for money.
Guest review by
lynlow
Netherlands
From US$111.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 800 reviews
We had a pleasant stay, the room was so cozy my baby girl loved it. Will surely book this place again near future.
Guest review by
bala
Malaysia
From US$224.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,068 reviews
Everything 👌location on the beach, swimming pool, spacious room, graet service and good food 😎
Guest review by
Wynand
Mauritius
From US$64.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 8,396 reviews
Location. Easy access to a very clean beach. Walking distance to restaurants
Guest review by
Sadna
United Kingdom
From US$58.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,087 reviews
The seaview is amazing. We sleep with the sound of the beach
Guest review by
Pika
Malaysia
From US$46.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,370 reviews
Very spacious room. I booked the deluxe king room
Guest review by
Michael KH Ling
Malaysia
From US$145.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,541 reviews
Everything is perfect except the location
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Ahmed Hesham
Egypt
From US$185.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,596 reviews
Amazing Hotel with best service quality
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Ismail
Turkey
From US$118.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,310 reviews
All staff were exceptionally friendly
Guest review by
Sarah
Australia
From US$141.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
wonderful reaction from stuff.
Guest review by
RUI
China

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2.0

Not worth visiting.

Not worth visiting. The food isn't good and the place is run down. It seems like this place is overhyped by people who don't know any better. You're better off going to Thailand and experiencing the Peranakan Chinese, Indian, and Malay cultures there.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in...

Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in the warm. The food in Penang is the big drawcard. It is great for chilling out and leaving the stress behind. The Night Markets are also great. Best of all is Long Beach Cafe, which is a market place which opens in the evening and has the best food, cheap as chips. Great restaurants everywhere. Dont forget to go to Ferringhi Walk and Bora Bora for Dinner. Food, Glorious Food.
Guest review by
Stephen
Australia
8.0

Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
Guest review by
Taufik
Malaysia
8.0

I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
Guest review by
KitsonL
Malaysia
6.0

What I liked:

What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
Guest review by
Punithevathi
Malaysia
8.0

Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
Guest review by
Head Coach Nasir
Malaysia
10

Nice place. Comfortable.

Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
Guest review by
Sherina
Malaysia
2.0

Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
Guest review by
Azura
Malaysia
6.0

I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
Guest review by
Victor
United Kingdom
2.0

recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
Guest review by
andythewang
Malaysia